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Congress MPs protest alleged ED misuse in Parliament during Winter Session.
Summary
Congress MPs staged a protest in the Parliament complex on Day 13 of the Winter Session, alleging 'misuse of the Enforcement Directorate (ED)'. This event underscores ongoing political tensions concerning the functioning and autonomy of central investigative agencies like the ED. For competitive exams, it highlights the importance of understanding the ED's mandate, the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), and parliamentary procedures.
Key Points
- 1Congress Members of Parliament (MPs) conducted a protest within the Parliament complex.
- 2The protest took place on the 13th day of the Parliament Winter Session.
- 3The core issue of the protest was the alleged 'misuse' of the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
- 4The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is a key agency under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
- 5Such protests are part of parliamentary democracy, often raising questions about accountability of central agencies.
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